2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
Model | Blazer | Esperante |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 59 L |